Thanks to all the readers who sent in photos of this under-reported battle. I saw lots of news about the Dupont fight (a comparison photo after the jump) but heard very little of the Meridian Hill one. I stopped by Meridian Hill and in addition to this great battle there was also snow football, sledding and a general good time.
Photo from Nicholas Tolson
Once again, Holy Crap! Nicholas writes in a comment:
“There is a hook-and-ladder truck stuck right in front of my house (7th & Gallatin). A freakin’ fire truck – with chains – and multiple firemen and residents trying to get it out. To no avail. Waiting for a wrecker now. Insanity. #snOMFG.”
SNOWSANITY!
Photo from PoPville flickr user CarrieA
Wow, this is making the Dec. blizzard look like a little sprinkling. Couple of overnight items. First from DC:
“Residents are reminded to phone 311 to report any downed trees. Please provide a specific address including building number and street name, if available, so crews can quickly identify the location. DDOT’s Urban Forestry crews are cutting and moving fallen trees to keep roadways open. Additional clean up and removal of debris will commence after the storm ends.
Some downed power lines have also been reported. Pepco crews are responding. Residents are reminded to not approach or touch downed lines and to report any incidents immediately. Call 911 for any live wires or Pepco’s emergency number at 1-877-PEPCO-62″
Second, in addition to a snowball fight in Meridian Hill at 2pm, I’m also hearing there is one at noon at 14th and U and another one at 2pm at Dupont Circle. And also at 2pm in Lincoln Park for Capitol Hill folks (thanks Rukasu). If anyone goes take some photos for me, please!
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And finally you can get Snowpocalypse the drink from Kramerbooks & Afterwords Cafe:
“In case your readers want info on restaurants and other businesses that will be open during the storm, I wanted to tell you that Kramerbooks & Afterwords Cafe (1517 Connecticut Ave, NW) will be open regular hours (24 hrs. Fri & Sat., & ’til late Sun.-Thurs.). We will be serving a special drink: The Snowpocalypse: Bailey’s Irish Cream, Godiva Chocolate liqueur & Peppermint Schnapps in hot chocolate.”
Photo by HerbofDC
Photo by PoPville flickr user JustBurk
Thanks to all the readers who sent this from Craigslist:
So, the title of the post alone should indicate that I am a HUGE fan of 2 things — (1) Having a FUN time in whatever I am doing and (2) the SNOW!
Well, this weekend those two things come together and I am consequently trying to organize a giant friendly snowball fight in Meridian Hill Park.
For those who participated in the giant snow ball fight on U Street earlier this Winter, you know well how much fun was had — and I envision the same thing, minus people throwing snowballs at car and the subsequent scare that occurred when the cop pulled out his gun!
No, this will be different, 2 teams — across the field from each other just pelting away with snowballs. The layout of the park will make this perfect. There are wooded areas, hills, and completely enough room for everyone to have a blast.
Feel free to bring your pets as well as I know last time we did this there were a bunch of doggies there as well!
Saturday at 2:00 PM EST!! Don’t miss it!!!
The fun will start at 2:00 PM EST!!!
Photo of December Blizzard Total by HK
My question is a simple one – do you think we’ll get more snow than the Dec. blizzard? I’m putting the over/under at 20″. Is anyone going in to work?
I already received word from Duffy’s located near 9:30 Club (a PoP advertiser) that they’ll be open on Sat. no matter how much snow comes down. So if you guys know or hear of any other places that will be open on Sat. please leave in the comments.
Also don’t forget to shovel your sidewalks and if you have elderly neighbors help them out with their shoveling please.
And finally don’t forget to upload your snow photos to the PoPville flickr pool here.
Photo by PoPville flickr user D©Bloom
According to DDOTDC’s twitter account there will be free parking at the DC USA Complex in Columbia Heights. They write:
“District has identified some free parking for residents at DC USA retail center garage after 10pm Friday night.
Residents can park for free at DC USA throughout the weekend. Cars must be moved by noon on Monday to avoid charges.”
Given that the fee for parking on a snow emergency route is $250 plus towing that is a pretty sweet option.
From WMATA:
Metrorail anticipates opening at 5 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 5. and closing above ground portions of the Metrorail system when snow accumulations reach eight inches or higher. Customers riding Metrorail are encouraged to use care and caution on Friday afternoon while entering and exiting Metrorail stations as station platforms may be wet and slippery due to weather conditions.
In the event above-ground rail service is suspended, the modified underground service will operate every 30 minutes as follows:
Yellow Line – Pentagon to Crystal City only
Red Line – Medical Center to Union Station only
Orange Line – Ballston to Stadium-Armory only
Green Line – Fort Totten to Congress Heights only
Blue Line – Ballston (extended to Blue Line) and Stadium-Armory only
“Dear PoP,
Hey there, any clue where DC residents can get ice-melting salt? Would be great to plan ahead this time…”
Any good hardware store should have some. In Mt. P you can go to Pfeiffers on Mt. Pleasant Street. In Mt. Vernon Triangle there is a good hardware store on 5th between the safeway and Busboys & Poets (I forget the name). And for the Hill folks of course there is the great Fragers on Pennsylvania Ave, SE. Am I missing any other good ones or other places to pick up melting salt?
Given the huge numbers we’ve been hearing what other supplies will you stock up on besides beer and milk?
Looks like we’re getting a bit more snow than initially expected. Which of course makes for some more sweet snow photos. The fantastic one above is from PoPville flickr user dullshick.
Submit your photos via email or to the PoPville flickr pool here.
And have fun in the snow!
Alex Barth shot this with a Holga on Tri-X film, during the snowstorm on December 19th. This is a quiet moment on F street, a world away from the now legendary snowball fight at 14th and U. Check out Alex’s whole set.
F Street. © Alex Barth